NHTSA Recall 12V180000: Equipment
CIRCLE W TRAILERS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Circle W CWT68288K.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V180000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | April 24, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 12, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Circle w is recalling certain model year 2011 gooseneck livestock trailers equipped with a dexter axle brand electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pump. This pump may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in this pump which can render the unit inoperable.
Safety risk
The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Circle w will notify owners and dexter axle dealers will replace the electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 12, 2012. Owners may contact circle w at 1-334-374-2560.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V180000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Circle W CWT68288K | 2011 |
| Circle W CWT68327K | 2011 |
| Circle W CWT68328K | 2011 |
| Circle W CWT7327K | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.